Number of exam attempts

You have the right to three exam attempts in a course. Failed course requirements count as one exam attempt. For master's theses courses there are separate rules.

You may withdraw prior to an exam in order to not use an exam attempt. Read more about withdrawing prior to an exam.

See MFs regulations for more information.

Application for a fourth exam attempt

In special cases, a committee appointed by the rector may grant dispensation for a fourth and final exam attempt, cf. the Regulations § 6.3 (Forskrift om opptak, studier og eksamen ved MF vitenskapelig høyskole).

It is not possible to apply for a fifth exam attempt.

Fill out this form to apply for a fourth exam attempt.